SV 07 Elversberg targets Bayer Leverkusen’s Francis Onyeka

SV 07 Elversberg are closing in on a deal for promising midfielder Francis Onyeka as the Bayer Leverkusen talent prepares for another key step in his development.

The 19-year-old spent last season on loan at VfL Bochum in the 2. Bundesliga and impressed with his maturity and end product in a demanding environment. According to reports, Elversberg are now in advanced talks to secure him for the coming campaign, giving the youngster a fresh platform for regular first-team football.

Leverkusen are expected to underline their long-term faith in Onyeka by first extending his contract, currently running until 2028, before sending him to the ambitious Saarland club.

The agreement is described as being in its final stages, with only details left to be clarified between the parties involved. For Onyeka, it would represent a logical progression after his breakthrough year in Bochum, where he gained valuable experience at professional level.

Operating mainly as an attacking midfielder, Onyeka featured in 30 league matches for Bochum last season, scoring eight goals and providing one assist. Those numbers underline his eye for goal and his potential value to Elversberg’s offensive setup as they look to add youthful energy and creativity to their squad.